🇺🇸 New York vs Qaqortoq 🇬🇱

New York, United States vs Qaqortoq, Greenland — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. New York is the warmer of the two — about 14 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 52 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇬🇱 Qaqortoq
Avg annual high17°C3°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)July (12°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)February (-13°C low)
Rainy days / year124176
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberJune, July, August

🇺🇸 New York

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in July (30°C), coldest lows in January (-3°C).

🇬🇱 Qaqortoq

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (12°C), coldest lows in February (-13°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Qaqortoq warmer?

New York is warmer overall, averaging about 14 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or Qaqortoq?

Qaqortoq is rainier — New York sees about 52 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit New York vs Qaqortoq?

New York is best around May, September, October; Qaqortoq is best around June, July, August.

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